Nebraska's Draft 2026 Ambient Air Monitoring Network Plan is available for public comment. The Network Plan was developed to comply with Federal regulation 40 CRF Part 58.10.

The Network Plan describes the existing ambient air monitoring network in Nebraska and sets forth planned changes through June 2027. It also contains information on Nebraska's air quality.

During the 30-day public comment period, written comments regarding this Network Plan may be submitted to the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) at the mail or email addresses below.

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE), Kansas State University Technical Assistance to Brownfields (KSU TAB), and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 7 (EPA) will present a Brownfields webinar on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m. This webinar is titled “Spring Cleaning! Tips and Resources for Nebraska Communities to Revitalize Those Eyesore Properties!”

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) announces proposed changes to two (2) sets of agency regulations: Title 126 – Rules and Regulations Pertaining to Management of Waste and Title 132 – Integrated Solid Waste Management Regulations

The Nebraska Natural Resources Data Bank is like a big library for all things related to Nebraska’s land and water. It's run by the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) and has been around since 1969, established by the Nebraska Legislature. The main job of this Data Bank is to gather and organize tons of information from a variety of sources about the state's natural resources and share it with all who might need it.

Why Is the Data Bank Important?

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment’s Wastewater Operator Certification Program ensures Nebraska’s wastewater treatment facilities are staffed by properly certified operators. This, in turn, helps protect public health and the state’s surface water.

Nearly 40 years ago, residents of Bhopal, India, experienced what is considered by many to be the worst industrial catastrophe in history – a multi-ton release of methyl isocyanate. The incident became known as the Bhopal disaster.

Along with contributing to thousands of deaths, it is estimated that half a million people were adversely affected by the disaster. The tragedy continues to impact how countries around the world plan and coordinate emergency responses.

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment’s Dam Safety Program plays an important role in public safety – people and property are at risk if a dam fails. That is why the program reviews engineering plans for and inspects regulated dams.

When a large-scale emergency occurs in Nebraska, the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) is often called upon to help. As part of its responsibilities under emergency support functions for Oil and Hazardous Materials (ESF 10), Agriculture and Natural Resources (ESF 11), and Energy (ESF 12), DWEE supports the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in coordinating response and recovery efforts.

The Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment’s (DWEE) Groundwater Well Registration Program administers the state’s groundwater laws requiring all water well owners to register their water wells with the agency. The water well registry contains information about all registered wells regardless of their purpose of use. 

The ability to predict significant flooding events is essential for protecting lives, property, and livestock. In response to this need, the Nebraska Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE) launched the Nebraska Real-Time Flood Forecasting (NeRFF) interactive map. This tool empowers state and local officials, as well as private citizens, to anticipate and respond effectively to potential floods.